Old Firm derby latest as Celtic take on Gerrard’s Rangers

Steven Gerrard faces his toughest test in management to date in what is his first Old Firm Derby. The Liverpool legend is yet to taste defeat since he took charge of Gers and will hope to extend that impressive start in what promises to be a fierce cauldron at Parkhead. Gerard will come up against his former Anfield boss Brendan Rodgers who will be looking to show that his side are top dogs in Glasgow. Who will win this afternoon? Find out here and keep track of the latest updates – powered by Opta – as the drama unfolds. STARTING TEAMS Celtic: To follow Rangers: To follow 08:32 Steven Gerrard is ready for battle tomorrow as he bids to inflict a first Old Firm defeat on his old boss Brendan Rodgers. The Celtic chief is unbeaten in two seasons and 11 matches against Gerrard, who has added 14 new players to his squad, is yet to lose in 12 games at the Ibrox club before the daunting visit to Glasgow’s East End. The last meeting at Celtic Park in April ended 5-0 to the home side. “In these games it is a battle,” said the former England captain. “We need to be equipped for that. But there will be times when we have to play, be bold and believe we can hurt Celtic. “I think it’s a chance to put a marker down.” Gerrard and Rodgers who were together at Liverpool exchanged congratulatory text messages this week after both clubs… [Read full story]